Invisalign Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How often will I have to wear my aligners?
A. Invisalign only works while you’re wearing the aligners. It’s recommended that you wear your aligners full-time, day and night, except to eat, brush and floss your teeth or as directed.

Q. How long does Invisalign take?
A. The duration of treatment depends on the severity of your case, which determines the number of aligners you need. The average is approximately 12 months

Q. How much does Invisalign cost?
A. As with traditional braces, the cost will be based on the complexity of your case and the length of treatment. Invisalign costs only slightly more than braces and third party finance may also be available to spread the cost over several years if necessary. If your dental insurance plan covers traditional braces, it will typically cover Invisalign to the same extent.

Q. What are aligners made of?
A. Aligners are made of clear, strong medical grade plastic that is virtually invisible when worn.

Q. What do aligners look like?
A. Aligners are clear and look similar to tooth-whitening trays, but are custom-made for a better fit to move teeth.

Q. How does Invisalign effectively move teeth?
A. Like brackets and arch wires are to braces, Invisalign aligners move teeth through the appropriate placement of controlled force on the teeth. The principal difference is that Invisalign not only controls forces, but also controls the timing of the force application. At each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, and these movements are determined by the orthodontic treatment plan for that particular stage. This results in an efficient force delivery system.